DeFi

Iran launches Hormuz Safe, a Bitcoin-backed insurance scheme for ships crossing the strait

Iran's crypto-based maritime insurance platform could reshape global shipping finance, challenging Western dominance and risking US sanctions.

5 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Ethena’s USDe supply on Solana increases by over $560M in 5 days

Solana's rapid USDe growth highlights its potential as a DeFi hub, but increased leverage risks could lead to market volatility.

5 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Base introduces split-screen launchpad for token discovery

Base's split-screen launchpad enhances token discovery efficiency but raises risks of exposure to volatile, potentially fraudulent projects.

5 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

Total TVL in DeFi declines 49% since October 2025

The sharp DeFi TVL decline signals a deeper market reassessment, highlighting vulnerabilities and shifting investor priorities in the crypto space.

5 months ago · By EDITORIAL TEAM

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VerifiedX introduces programmable, private Bitcoin with vBTC through new Prism privacy layer

May. 17, 2026

VerifiedX introduces programmable, private Bitcoin with vBTC through new Prism privacy layer

Prism's privacy layer could revolutionize Bitcoin's institutional adoption by enabling confidential transactions, appealing to regulated entities.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

KelpDAO hack highlights DeFi’s shift from coding flaws to operational risks

May. 16, 2026

KelpDAO hack highlights DeFi’s shift from coding flaws to operational risks

The KelpDAO hack underscores the need for DeFi to prioritize operational security and decentralized verification to mitigate systemic risks.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

Hyperliquid Policy Center pushes back against CME and ICE regulatory concerns

May. 15, 2026

Hyperliquid Policy Center pushes back against CME and ICE regulatory concerns

Hyperliquid pushes back as CME and ICE press CFTC over onchain perps, arguing its real time records improve transparency.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Kraken’s Ink flagship lender taps RedStone as official oracle provider

May. 15, 2026

Kraken’s Ink flagship lender taps RedStone as official oracle provider

The swift integration of RedStone as an oracle provider highlights the critical need for resilient infrastructure in rapidly growing DeFi ecosystems.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Lombard migrates over $1 billion in Bitcoin backed assets to Chainlink CCIP

May. 15, 2026

Lombard migrates over $1 billion in Bitcoin backed assets to Chainlink CCIP

Lombard migrates over $1B in Bitcoin-backed assets to Chainlink CCIP after reviewing cross chain security.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

THORChain loses nearly $11 million in suspected exploit as RUNE tumbles 13%

May. 15, 2026

THORChain loses nearly $11 million in suspected exploit as RUNE tumbles 13%

The repeated security breaches could undermine trust in decentralized protocols, potentially impacting user adoption and market stability.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Kraken replaces LayerZero with Chainlink CCIP to secure kBTC and wrapped assets

May. 14, 2026

Kraken replaces LayerZero with Chainlink CCIP to secure kBTC and wrapped assets

Kraken will replace LayerZero with Chainlink CCIP as exclusive cross chain infrastructure for kBTC and future wrapped assets.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

River integrates OKX DEX for one-tap swaps to satUSD

May. 13, 2026

River integrates OKX DEX for one-tap swaps to satUSD

River's integration with OKX DEX simplifies DeFi access, potentially increasing user adoption but hinges on OKX's reliability and service continuity.

By EDITORIAL TEAM

DeFi protocol Transit Finance reportedly hit by $1.8 million exploit

May. 13, 2026

DeFi protocol Transit Finance reportedly hit by $1.8 million exploit

The exploit highlights the persistent vulnerability of DeFi systems, risking investor confidence and potentially stalling sector growth.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Chainlink active addresses reach 8-month high as DeFi protocols migrate $700M in assets

May. 13, 2026

Chainlink active addresses reach 8-month high as DeFi protocols migrate $700M in assets

Chainlink's growth amid DeFi security concerns highlights its potential as a dominant cross-chain solution, but market volatility remains a risk.

By EDITORIAL TEAM